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Exploring the life of John Ledyard, the first notable American traveler, this book delves into his adventurous spirit and groundbreaking journeys that predate iconic figures like Lewis and Clark and Huck Finn. Ledyard's expeditions across uncharted territories reveal his insatiable curiosity and the challenges he faced in pursuit of discovery. The narrative highlights his significant contributions to American exploration and offers insights into the era's cultural and historical context, celebrating his legacy as a pioneer in travel literature.
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Ledyard: In Search of the First American Explorer, Bill Gifford
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- Released
- 2010
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- Title
- Ledyard: In Search of the First American Explorer
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Bill Gifford
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
- Released
- 2010
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 352
- ISBN13
- 9780156033053
- Category
- History, Maps and Travel, World history, Travelogues
- Description
- Exploring the life of John Ledyard, the first notable American traveler, this book delves into his adventurous spirit and groundbreaking journeys that predate iconic figures like Lewis and Clark and Huck Finn. Ledyard's expeditions across uncharted territories reveal his insatiable curiosity and the challenges he faced in pursuit of discovery. The narrative highlights his significant contributions to American exploration and offers insights into the era's cultural and historical context, celebrating his legacy as a pioneer in travel literature.